What is a BI-529 form?

What is a BI-529 form?

DETERMINATION OF CITIZENSHIP STATUS. INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED IN FULL IN ORDER TO ASSIST IN DETERMINING YOUR CITIZENSHIP UNDER THE. SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENSHIP ACT, 1995 (ACT 88 OF 1995), WHICH CAME INTO OPERATION ON 6 OCTOBER 1995.

What do you need for citizenship verification?

Full birth certificate of the applicant. Front office Verify birth certificate of the applicant’s age from 15years and above with the country of origin (embassy) Marriage certificate if the parents are married or both parents must acknowledge paternity.

How do I apply for dual citizenship in South Africa?

REQUIREMENTS

1. DHA -175 (application form)
2. DHA -529 (applicant form)
3. Proof of continuous residence 1 year prior to application.
4. RSA Police report valid for six (6) months from the date of issue.
5. Police clearance from country or countries of present nationalities.
6. Letter confirming acceptance of dual nationality.

What is a BI 24 form?

BI-24. Register a birth* *Special specifications and requirements regarding the processing of this form apply and it may therefore not be downloaded for use as an application or registration form. BI-63. Apply for citizenship by naturalisation.

How do I change my surname legally in South Africa?

Go to the office of the DHA and get the Application form for changing your name in the Register. The applicant will have to get application form according to his/her requirement. If the need is to change the forename, you have to obtain Form BI-85 from the office of DHA and fill the form as required.

How do I check the status of my South African citizenship application?

You can verify your South African citizenship through the Citizenship Determination process. The check is usually completed in 30-40 business days, but lengthy delays can be expected in the event where your documents have to be sent to the head offices of the South African Department of Home Affairs.

Does having a passport make you a citizen?

A passport is evidence of citizenship and also serves as a travel document if you need to travel.

Can I apply for Naturalisation and passport at the same time?

If using the Nationality document return service, it is possible for you to apply for your British passport at the same time.

Does South Africa permit dual citizenship?

“South Africans are permitted to acquire multiple citizenships, under certain conditions. Those who are under the age of 18 years are exempt and are not required to apply for dual citizenship, as long as they acquire the foreign citizenship before their 18th birthday,” he said.

Can I hold 2 passports?

Dual citizenship or nationality means that a person is a citizen of two countries at the same time. The U.S. allows (but does not encourage) dual citizenship. Your home country might or might not allow it. Under the above circumstances, it is not illegal or a fraud in any way for the person to hold two valid passports.

Does a child born in South Africa to foreign parents?

Up to October 2014 foreign children born in South Africa to permanent residents did automatically get citizenship. This means these foreign children born prior to October 2014 are recognised as citizens provided: The birth was registered, and. The child has a birth certificate with an ID number on it.

How much does it cost to change your surname in South Africa?

Certified copy of Statutory Declaration, Adoption Papers and Court Order or in the absence of these an affidavit motivating the necessity of the change of surname. Administrative fee of $27.00 for majors, $6.00 for minors in money order payable to the appropriate South African representative office.